Honda Civic 2008 vs Mazda 3 2009
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Engines: | 1.3 - 1.8 (petrol) | 1.6 - 2.5 (petrol, diesel) | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 95 - 140 HP | 105 - 260 HP | |
| Torque: | 123 - 175 NM | 145 - 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.1 - 12.8 seconds | 6.1 - 13.1 seconds | |
| Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.6 - 7.1 | 4.4 - 9.6 | |
|
Honda Civic petrol engines consumes on average 1.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mazda 3. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.49 m | 4.47 m | |
| Width: | 1.75 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Honda Civic is 2 cm longer than the Mazda 3, width is practically the same , while the height of Honda Civic is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 485 litres | 481 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1190 litres | 1360 litres | |
| Honda Civic has 4 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 3 (by 170 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Honda Civic is 0.6 metres more than that of the Mazda 3, which means Honda Civic can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | ~ 1`679 | ~ 1`856 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Mazda 3 is better rated in child safety tests. The Honda Civic scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | average | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 3400 | 4200 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Honda Civic has
|
Mazda 3 has
| |